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WorldSkills London 2011 London England

Published by WSL2011

April 2011, Version 1.9

WSL2011_OHS01_EN 2/20 Information sourced from the HSE

Table of Contents

1.0 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES

1.1 Introduction to Host Country Regulations

1.2 A Shared Goal – Zero Incidents!

1.3 Health & Safety Policy Statement

2.0 LIABILITY AND INSURANCE POLICY

3.0 GENERAL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY REGULATIONS 3.1.0 Preliminary Preparations 3.1.1 Health & Safety Orientation 3.1.2 Environmental Protection 3.1.3 Waste Management 3.1.4 Regulations for Personal Protective Equipment 3.1.5 Safety Requirements for Electric Hand Tools 3.1.6 Hand-Arm Vibration / Noise 3.1.7 Toolboxes 3.1.8 Hot Work Safety 3.1.9 General Safety Instructions for Hot Work Areas 3.2.0 Safety Instructions Related to Welding and the Use of Gas 3.2.1 Dangerous Behavior 3.2.2 Housekeeping 3.2.3 Hygiene 3.2.4 Head Protection 3.2.5 Hand Protection 3.2.6 Foot Protection 3.2.7 Eye and Face Protection 3.2.8 Hearing Protection 3.2.9 Respiratory Protection 3.3.0 Work Clothes and Protective Clothing 3.3.1 Electricity 3.3.2 Electrical Clothing 3.3.3 Electrical Safety 3.3.4 Managing the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout) 3.3.5 Machine Safety 3.3.6 Working at height 3.3.7 Compressed Air 3.3.8 Grinding 3.3.9 Hazardous Substances 3.4.0 Eye Wash Stations 3.4.1 First Aid 3.4.2 Fire Safety 3.4.3 Smoking 3.4.4 Skill Area Health & Safety Zones 3.4.5 List of UK Regulations 4.0 SKILL-SPECIFIC HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 4.1.0 Personal Protective Equipment 4.1.1 Electrical Safety 4.1.2 Housekeeping

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1.0 Occupational Health and Safety Guidelines

United Kingdom H&S Act1974

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The WorldSkills Competition can prove challenging in terms of Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), due to the nature of the skills involved and associated hazards , the Competition environment, unfamiliar machines and tools, the time pressures and the accompanying excitement. For this reason, the WorldSkills London 2011 Technical Team wishes to stress the importance of general Health and Safety in the planning and implementation of the WorldSkills London 2011 Competition, which will ensure a healthy and safe competition and working environment for all involved in and visiting the event.

The purpose of this document is to inform all involved, of the Occupational Health and Safety regulations to be followed at the WorldSkills Competition in London. Experts are required to ensure that the Competitors familiarise themselves with these guidelines prior to arriving at the Competition.

This document comprises of general guidelines that relate to:

• Section 1, All involved with WorldSkills London 2011

• Section 2, Responsibilities and insurance

• Section 3, General health and safety instructions

• Section 4, Skill-specific health and safety arrangements and requirements

1.1 Introduction to Host Country Regulations The Competition health and safety regulations and skill-specific health and safety rules will follow the United Kingdom’s Legislation. All participants require a serious, conscientious attitude to health and safety instructions and required regulations. A full list of these regulations can be found on p15.

Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation applying to the Competition derives from The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and all applicable regulation included under this legislation.

http://www.hse.gov.uk/legislation/hswa.htm

Preparation and implementation of arrangements to manage Occupational Health and Safety, will be carried out in consultation with The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Local Authority (EHO) and the various other specialists.

The Competition Site in general and all skill areas will be inspected by OH&S team members before the Competition starts and during the event. The Host Country will provide an Incident Response Plan prior to the event and will be implemented during the Competition if required.

OH&S shall be handled as described in Figure 1. All decisions will comply with the UKs health and safety legislation and practices.

If you have any general health and safety concerns before the competition, please contact WorldSkills London 2011 Technical Team and/or the workshop supervisors on any skill-specific safety issues.


Figure 1 - Procedure during the Competition for reporting & solving OH&S.

1.2 A Shared Goal - Zero Accident We have the shared goal of creating a successful proactive Health and Safety culture at the WorldSkills Competition. The Organising Committee for the WorldSkills London2011 would like to familiarise the accredited participants with the zero accident vision, which is first and foremost a philosophy aimed at encouraging participants to view all incidents as preventable. The zero accident approach means promoting Occupational Health and Safety awareness for all participating teams. This means assessing hazards and risks, compliance with all safety rules, safe operation of tools and machines, wearing personal protective equipment, keeping personal protective equipment in good condition and maintaining good housekeeping throughout the Competition at ExCeL London.

If a difference exists between an Expert’s/Competitor’s country’s H&S standards and the Host Country’s standard, then the higher Health & Safety standard will prevail.

The Technical Delegate and Team Leader is responsible for ensuring that all Competitors and Experts have been given correct and full information about the Host Country’s Health & Safety regulations before working with equipment and

materials.

Host is responsible for all infrastructure, equipment & setup to be in accordance with national legislation.

Experts are responsible for planning and running the Competition according to all Health & Safety requirements.

Competitions must conform to all Health & Safety regulations.

Occupational Health and Safety Structure

WorldSkills London 2011

WSI Secretariat Health & Safety Act 1974

Technical Directorate

HSE & Local FE, Local Authority

Skill Management Team

Workshop Supervisors

Health & Safety Team – WSL, ExCeL

Experts

Competitors


WorldSkills Competition London 2011

Health & Safety Policy Statement The health, safety and welfare of all individuals involved with WorldSkills London 2011 are of vital importance. Safety is a condition of participation with WorldSkills London 2011 and is everyone’s responsibility and shall not be sacrificed for the sake of expediency. It is our belief that all incidents can be prevented and every effort shall be made to:

• Identify hazards;

• Inform all about any potential hazards;

• Control or reduce the risk of those hazards in every way possible as far as it is reasonably practicable.

As outlined in our Host Country – ‘Health and Safety Manual’ safety is a shared

responsibility of WorldSkills London 2011 and WorldSkills International and its Members, as well as these two organisation’s all volunteers, delegates, Experts and Competitors involved in this event have an equal responsibility towards OH&S. Safety shall be an integral component of Competition activities – together we can create a positive safety culture and ensure a successful Competition throughout, with on-going proven practices. All individuals involved have the Right to Know; Right to Participate and Right to Refuse and will be expected to fulfill their safety responsibilities and to understand and adhere to the criteria as per the United Kingdom’s ‘Health and Safety Manual’.

All Workshop Supervisors, Technical Committee Members, Experts, Competitors, WorldSkills International Members, WorldSkills London 2011 and all volunteers will abide by the United Kingdom’s – ‘Ocupational Health and Safety Manual’ and the rules and regulations with regards of Health and Safety of ExCeL London. As the Executive Director of WorldSkills London 2011, I support the documentation in this Ocupational Health and Safety Manual.

15 April 2011

Aidan Jones Date

Executive Director of WorldSkills London 2011

1.3 Health & Safety Policy Statement


2.0 LIABILITY AND INSURANCE POLICY

As a condition of the accreditation of the WorldSkills London 2011 Competition, all Competitors, Experts, delegates, and other accredited participants must assume liability for any and all risks of injury or death and damage to property, or loss of property, which might be associated with or result from participation in the competition.

WSL2011 shall not be liable for any damage, injury or illness occurring to a participant due to his/her participation in the Competition or while travelling or staying in the United Kingdom.

NOTE! Please be aware that WSL2011 will not insure accredited participants for any damage, illness or injury, as advised in the above

3.0 GENERAL OCCUPATIONAL

HEALTH & SAFETY REGULATIONS

WSL2011 - hyperlink

Health & Safety Executive

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Each team and Member country/region is therefore strongly advised to take out the appropriate insurance for its Competitors, Experts, Observers and other accredited participants. Please consult your insurance company or embassy for further advice regarding this.

The audience, the general public and other non-participants will not be covered by insurance taken out by WSL2011. Each individual will therefore be liable for any injury, illness, loss of property or any other damage he or she suffers. WSL2011 shall not be liable, and shall not pay any damages, for any injury or loss except those caused due to the negligence of the organiser.

The following sections cover general Health & Safety regulations and arrangements, that must be adhered to, for:

• Health and Safety during the Competition • Safety Regulations for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • Electrical Safety • Machine Safety • Hot Works Safety • Skill-specific Safety Notifications

For more detailed skill-specific health and safety instructions, see Section 4.

3.1.0 Preliminary Preparations Competitors and Experts must familiarise themselves with the UK’s Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Regulations prior to attending the Competition. Before travelling to the Competition, please ensure that all machines and equipment, as well as any personal protective equipment you wish to bring, are safe and in good condition and meet the required Health & Safety Executive (HSE) standards or with relevant national/international standards. This link directs you to the WorldSkills International website, http://worldskills.org, and look in the OH&S section.

http://www.worldskillslondon2011.com http://www.hse.gov.uk

3.1.1 Health & Safety Orientation All personnel in each skill-specific workshop will receive a health and safety orientation before the Competition starts. This orientation will be the responsibility of the Workshop Supervisor (WSS) within each workshop.

These instructions will cover:

• General health and safety issues concerning the skill-specific competition and the workshop

• Risks/hazards that are specific to the skill and competition. • Machine and equipment specific health and safety requirements. • Injury and accident reporting requirements. • First Aid and Emergency. • Evacuation procedures. • Fire Safety


CoSHH - hyperlink

3.1.2 Environmental Protection WSL2011 recognises the crucial importance of the Environmental Protection Act 1990

and responsible environmental and sustainability management in all areas, as well as the opportunities it offers to improve our competitiveness and overall business plans. As such we will ensure:

• No hazardous substances used will be disposed of into drains (domestic or otherwise). Waste substances will be removed from site and disposed of through WSL2011secure compound within ExCeL London.

• All waste will be exchanged and disposed of accordingly through the approved contractor, recycled as much as possible.

• All noise must be kept a low as is practicable during all works.

• All dusts produced by works will be reduced as much as possible, controlled and disposed of as per risk assessments. (Damping down and vacuum use where possible).

• Consideration will be given to spillage prevention and control. Vulnerable areas such as streams, public access etc. will be paid particular attention to and spill kits will be available to prevent contamination spread. In the event of a spillage refer to attached CoSHH assessments for containment and cleaning procedures for all products.

3.1.3 Waste Management

The Waste Management Licensing Regulations 1994 (WML Regulations) which are enforced by waste regulation authorities (WRA), came into force on 1 May 1994. The Regulations give HSE duties as a statutory consultant on licenses for waste disposal and recovery. This describes the waste regulation regime and gives guidance on inspectors' responses to license applications and procedures

http://www.hse.gov.uk/coshh

The Health and Safety document will include all CoSHH assessments for the skill competition, and will be available at the Safety Point within each workshop.

3.1.4 Regulations for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) In accordance with the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 2002, the use

of personal protective equipment is required during work and in the workplace if working environment conditions are hazardous to health or safety as defined by risk assessments. Skill-specific requirements for PPE can be found in Section 4.0. All personal protective equipment used must comply with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), UK’s regulations and guidelines.

The condition and safety of all personal protective equipment, like all other equipment, must be inspected before the Competition. Any personal protective equipment that does not pass this safety inspection will be removed. All Competitors must ensure that their personal protective equipment is in good condition, the use of damaged protective equipment is forbidden.

Should protective equipment become damaged, the Competitor must contact the Chief Expert or Workshop Supervisor for replacement equipment before any works continues.

NOTE! In addition to the Competitors, all personnel inside the workshop must wear the personal protective equipment as defined by the risk assessment skill-specific rules (see skill-specific Section on PPEs). Competitors may be required to provide the personal protective equipment appropriate to their skill as required, this must meet the required UK standards (PPE is not required in "Safe Zones" within the workshop).

3.1.5 Safety Requirements for Electric Hand Tools All electric hand tools must comply with Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 standards. This requires that all portable electrical equipment is to be tested accordingly; this is known as a PAT test. All equipment must have an up to date PAT tested sticker attached and be accompanied by the test log book.


The WorldSkills London 2011 Technical Team will arrange for the required PAT inspection of all tools before the start of the Competition. Any tools that do not pass the this inspection will be removed from the Competition Site.

All electrical hand tools must meet the minimum requirements of WorldSkills London 2011; marked with a certification mark from the country/region of origin, or one of the world-wide standard marks that WSL2011 will accept. (Some of which are shown below) – European Economic Area Marking, Korea Mark, Australia Mark, Japan Mark and China Mark.

All activities that produce dust must be carried out with dust extraction/collection attachments fitted to the tools and the equipment must be in good working order.

3.1.6 Hand-arm Vibration / Noise The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 (the Vibration Regulations), came into

force on 6 July 2005 and aim to protect workers from risks to health from vibration. It is a regulatory requirement all applicable hand tools will have Hand Arm & Vibration (HAV) assessments before they are used for the Competition.

The regulations introduce action and limit values for hand-arm and whole-body vibration. The regulations introduce:

• Exposure action values of 2.5m/s2 A(8) at which level employers should introduce

technical and organizational measures to reduce exposure. • Exposure limit value of 5.0m/s

2 A(8) which should not be exceeded.

• All work related activities involving hand power tools require an itemized HAV Assessment.

WSL2011 has introduced a low-noise purchasing policy for all its powered tools. All powered tools purchased by WSL2011 are of reduced noise and vibration by design. Use of Noise producing equipment will be reduced to a bare minimum and all reasonable measures will be taken to protect Experts and Competitors and other persons from noise exposure. All accredited persons, Experts and Competitors will be provided with ear protection which must be worn when powered equipment is being used in the nearby vicinity.

3.1.7 Toolboxes Any participants required to bring toolboxes or tools to WSL2011 as stated by the Technical Description must ensure that their equipment arrives on time for the Competition in the United Kingdom. Once this equipment has arrived at ExCeL London from the storage warehouse or direct from the Competitor’s home country there will be requirements for electrical testing (as stated in section 3.1.5), so toolbox access will be required.

At C-5 onwards a representative from the country/region of origin of the toolbox must be available with the required key for their toolbox. Toolboxes will be opened in the presence of the toolbox key holder, a member of the WorldSkills London 2011 Technical Team, a member from the health and safety volunteer team and a WSL2011 official. Once opened the toolboxes will be inspected for any hazardous substances and the electrical tools will be inspected by a registered electrical PAT tester (Portable Appliance Testing) as required by Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998.

• C-12 – (Friday 23th September 2011) The last day for the delivery of any tool

boxes to the warehouse facilities.

• C-5 – (Friday 30th September 2011) The last day for the delivery of any tool boxes

to ExCeL from the warehouse.

• C-2 – (Monday 3rd

October 2011) Last available day for testing electrical tools wanting to be used at WSL2011

Once tested all electrical tool test information will be recorded and held on file for the duration of the Competition and for any future reference as decided by WorldSkills International. Requirements for electrical testing can be found at; http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg107.pdf


3.1.8 Hot Works Safety Permits to work will be required on a daily basis for any hot work activities within each workshop. These will be obtained by the WSS from ExCeL London before any works begin at the beginning of each day. All combustible materials will be removed from areas where hot work is to take place. The surrounding area must be free from items which heat may travel to or through. If unable to remove such items they must be monitored for heat transfer and access to the area will be controlled to prevent any unauthorised persons entering.

A fire extinguisher must be in the workshop at all times when any hot works are to take place and all required persons must be trained in its correct usage and how to tackle small fires, WSS and Workshop Supervisor Assistant (WSSA) are to monitor all workshop hot works activities.

Hot work include the following examples:

• Gas and arc welding • Torch and arc welding • Friction welding • Metal grinding • Work using a blowtorch or other naked flame • Work using a hot-air blower • Arc flash • NO LEAD SOLDER PERMITTED

3.1.9 General Safety Instructions for Hot Work Areas Extra caution is necessary in hot work areas. The condition of tools and personal protective equipment used in hot work must meet the requirements set by the appropriate safety regulations.

• Competitors and Experts must be aware of the locations of the emergency exits, and ensure that the route to such exits remain obstruction free at all times.

• Competitors must not bring additional materials that are flammable or explosive and unrelated to the Competition (for example, cigarette lighters).

• Work involving a fire hazard or the need for heat protection requires clothing protecting the worker from splatters of molten metal, brief exposure to a naked flame and ultra-violet radiation.

• Such protective clothing must be made of non-flammable, spark-proof material.

3.2.0 Safety Instructions Related to Welding and the Use of Gas Gas cylinders for all industrial gases used in WorldSkills London 2011 are provided with colour coating and type of gas chop-marked on their surface in accordance with the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 as shown below.

Gases Compound Formula

Tank

Oxygen O2 Black Acetylene C2 H2 Maroon Propane C3 H8 Red

Always read the label to identify individual contents.

Gas cylinders must be attached to a transport cart so that, if necessary, they can be moved quickly out of the hall or workshop. All cylinders must be made safe after use and will remain in place in the skill area over night. All cylinder connection must checked before and after use to comply with the required health and safety standards.

� Safety instructions for welding: • Hot Works Permit must be obtained before works start. • Before starting work, check the welding equipment for gas leaks. • Check that the ventilation system works. • Always use welding goggles or a face shield intended for the purpose. • Use non-flammable protective clothing. • Take care that the pressure of the acetylene does not rise above 15 PSI (0.10MPa). • Gas cylinders must not be removed from their carts. • Should a backfire occur, close the welding gun’s adjustment valves immediately. • Should a hose fire occur, close the cylinder valves immediately.


• Always close the cylinder valves after finishing work or going on a break. • If the gas is about to run out or unusual, recurring sounds are heard, competitors

must report these to the Expert or Workshop Supervisor. • Ensure that on each hose of an oxygen-fuel system,

a) a flashback device is installed at either the torch end or the regulator end, and b) a back-flow prevention device is installed at the torch end

� Protection:

• Welding gloves must provide protection from small spatters, brief exposure to a naked flame, heat and UV radiation.

• Welding masks must protect the eyes and face from ultraviolet and infrared radiation and intense light welding masks may be attached to a headband or hardhats, or may be hand-held.

• The capacity of the welding glass must be selected according to the welding method used.

• Other personnel in the welding area must also protect themselves from radiation when necessary, for example using welding helmet.

3.2.1 Dangerous Behaviour

In the event of any dangerous behaviour or disregard of the Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) rules and regulations, the Experts, ESR’s or WSS under instruction from the Experts or ESR’s will be entitled to halt the competitor’s work or activity.

• An individual will be asked ONCE, then TWICE, But on the THIRD instruction corrective action will be undertaken, the task will be stopped and the individual will be removed from the task until the safety requirements are adhered to. If this should be a Competitor in the middle of their competition, time will NOT be stopped whilst corrective action takes place.

Competitors and Experts are required to report any suspected OH&S breach immediately to the Chief Expert, ESR or the Workshop Supervisor.

The Health & Safety team including H&S volunteers will also monitor and report any concerns.

3.2.2 Housekeeping

Good housekeeping must be maintained within the Competition area and any communal areas. Competitors must ensure good order and cleanliness of their own workstation and keep their work equipment and tools in good order at all times.

• When working in your own competition area, make sure that no working material interferes with the adjacent Competitor’s area, and that your actions do not hinder his or her work.

• When shared machines are used, leave ample space for the person working on the machine.

• Floors and passages must be kept free of unnecessary clutter, wires and rubbish at all times.

• Work areas must be cleaned at the end of each day.

3.2.3 Hygiene Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 requires that all persons involved must ensure the

cleanliness of their tools and hands. Good hygiene is particularly important for skills which involve handling foodstuffs or dealing with any customers.

NOTE! Competitors competing in skills related to food must provide a statement confirming their state of health, which can be provided in the form of a written declaration. The Competitors must also sign a form drawn up for the Competition certifying that they do not have gastro enteric or other contagious illnesses. Competitors must ensure that they are free of salmonella while still in their home country/region, before arriving at the Competition.

Risk Assessments and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Assessments will be carried out by WSS for all food related workshops.


3.2.4 Head Protection Head protection is required under the Construction (Head Protection) Regulations 1989

when work, which involves a danger of falling objects or a hair net to stop hair, becoming caught in moving machine parts. Such head protection includes hardhats, caps and hairnets, and they must provide sufficient protection and be of the correct size and fit for use.

3.2.5 Hand Protection Appropriate gloves conforming to the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 2002

must be worn for the activity being performed, for example:

• Hazards presented by machines or equipment (slashes, punctures, tears, abrasions) must be avoided by using gloves: leather or cloth gloves may be worn.

• Plastic or rubber gloves must be used in wet work and when handling chemicals.

• Welding gloves must protect from spatters, brief exposure to a naked flame, heat, UV radiation and mechanical damage.

• Gloves must fit well and be replaced whenever necessary.

3.2.6 Foot Protection Suitable safety shoes or boots must be selected for work under the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 2002. Sandal-type or soft slip-on footwear is forbidden for work in any area where injury may be caused to the feet. Depending on the work and work environment, footwear must be selected based on:

• Puncture proof-soles • Electrical conductivity • Anti-static qualities • Heat/cold insulation • Shock absorption in the heel • Patterned outer sole • Durability against heat and oil absorption • Instep protection

3.2.7 Eye and Face Protection

Eye and face protection must be of a suitable size and suitable to the task undertaken. Eye protection with frames include, permanent side protection or separate “eye sockets” must comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 2002.

Such protection must fit tightly over the face, and any visors must not be in contact with the wearer’s glasses or, when his/her head is turned, with the shoulders. Check before use that the visor covers the area needing protection.

3.2.8 Hearing Protection Hearing protection must always be used in areas where the noise level is over 85 decibels in accordance with the Noise at Work Regulations 2005. Earplugs and earmuffs are the most

common form of hearing protection. Also protection must be provided to people within the surrounding area if deemed necessary. The Workshop Supervisor with the assistance of the Health & Safety Team will provide more detailed instructions on the use of hearing protection before the competition begins (temporary noise, recurring noise, and loud noise).

� Personal Entertainment

• MP3 players and other modes of personal entertainment for Competitors during the Competition will be agreed for use by the skill area WSS before the competition starts.

• The use of personal entertainment will depend on the skill area activity and given hazards that are related to the tasks.

3.2.9 Respiratory Protection Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) must be used at all times when working in an environment involving airborne impurities, and while entering or exiting such environments. If a worker is required to wear respiratory protective equipment and the effectiveness of the equipment depends on an effective facial seal, the Competitor must be clean shaven where the face piece of the equipment seals to the skin of the face.


Electrical Safety – hyperlink

3.3.0 Work Wear and Protective Clothing Competitors must dress in the manner required for their work activities and/or skill area as documented in the Technical Description (TD) and Section 4.0 of this document. Where the activity requires knee protection, (for example Tiling) built in knee protection/padding (e.g. Dickies Workwear or Helly Hansen) will be required.

When using machines and equipment, Competitors must ensure that they are not wearing loose clothing and jewellery etc that might become entangled in a machine and cause injury. In addition to suitable work clothes, protective clothing must be used for work which requires protection from flames, heat, sparks, sharp objects and/or chemicals.

All skill areas are classed as workshops so necklaces, rings must be removed. Any loose or bulky items of clothing must be secured to prevent the item being caught in a revolving part and stuck in machinery. These policies must be followed to ensure the safety of oneself or others around the skill area.

3.3.1 Electricity Hand and arm protection shall be provided as follows in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations (and EVA guidelines) 1989, the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671(IEC364)) 2002(17th Edition) and also the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 2002;

• Shock protection: Competitors shall wear rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors where there is a danger of hand injury from electric shock due to contact with energized electrical conductors or circuit parts.

• Competitors shall wear rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors and rubber insulating sleeves where there is a danger of hand and arm injury from electric shock due to contact with energised electrical conductors or circuit parts.

• Rubber insulating gloves shall be rated for the voltage for which the gloves will be exposed.

3.3.2 Electrical Clothing - PPE Hazard/risk requirement under the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 which states;

• Fire Resistant clothing, minimum arc rating of 4cal/cm2. • Arc-rated long-sleeve shirt and pants or Arc-rated coverall. • Arc-rated face shield or arc flash suit hood Other protective equipment: • Hard hat. • Safety glasses or safety goggles. (SR) • Hearing protection. (ear plugs) • Leather gloves. • Leather work shoes or safety boots.

3.3.3 Electrical Safety

All electrical hazards must be identified: Electrical hazard = a dangerous condition such that contact or equipment failure can result in electric shock, arc flash burn, thermal burn, or blast.

It is essential to reduce the risk in a quantifiable way. A good example is the prolific use of centre tapped earth transformers for temporary power (the yellow boxes). This reduces the

voltage risk from 240V to a safer 110V or below on the event floor.

Working on energised electrical conductors or circuit parts – there is a danger of coming in contact with energised electrical conductors or circuit parts with the hands, feet, or other body parts, or with tools, probes, or test equipment, regardless of the personal protective equipment a person is wearing. TESTING LIVE WILL BE PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH electrical supply systems to conform to BS:7671.

WORKING LIVE IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN!

http://www.hse.gov.uk/electricity

NOTE! There are two categories of ‘working on’:

a) Diagnostic (testing): taking readings or measurements of electrical equipment with approved test equipment that does not require making a physical change to the equipment.


b) Repair: physical alteration of electrical equipment, e.g., making or tightening connections or removing or replacing components.

ALL REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS WILL BE LOCKED OUT (Lockout=placement of a lock on an energy-isolating device in accordance with an established procedure, thereby indicating that the energy isolating device is not to be operated until removal of the lock or in accordance with an established procedure).

Work on exposed energised electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing = CATEGORY 1 RISK LEVEL must wear insulated gloves and use only insulated tools for testing live ( Cat III ).

All electrical goods should be fitted with a BS 1363 or IS 401 (as applicable) plug or have the appropriate plug adaptor to comply with the UK’s required standards. The diagram adjacent shows the wiring of a British type G three pin plug.

1 - Cable grip 2 - Neutral terminal 3 - Earth terminal 4 - Live terminal 5 – Fuse

� Safe Operation

• Competitors must always perform visual checks on their equipment, wires and contacts before starting work.

• Always perform a visual check on the condition and earthing of extension cords and other wires before starting work.

• Monitor the condition of equipment connections and extension cords.

• Brittle, cut, split or otherwise damaged cords must be replaced.

• Cords must never be patched with regular or insulating tape.

• Any defects or flaws in electrical equipment must be reported immediately to the WSS or Expert.

• All electrical work unrelated to the competition is absolutely forbidden

• Always switch off the mains voltage from the mains switch when stopping work

• Only extension cords with splash-proof, flap-protected sockets may be used outdoors.

� Personal Electrical Equipment

• WSS will perform visual checks on ALL personal electrical equipment belonging to Experts, Competitors, Interpreters and others that is not to be used within the Competition, e.g. chargers, laptops, IPad’s, mobiles phones etc within the skill area before connecting to ExCeL’s services.

• Any defected electrical equipment must be removed and logged by the WSS or ESR’s, and is not to be used within the skill area or Competition halls.

3.3.4 Managing the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout) Under the Electricity at Work Regulations (and EVA guidelines) 1989, if machinery or equipment is to be serviced, repaired, tested, adjusted or inspected no work shall be performed on the machinery or equipment until it has come to a complete stop and:

1. All hazardous energy at the location at which the work is to be carried out is isolated by activation of an energy isolating device, or

2. Is rendered inoperative (locked-out/isolated) in a manner the prevents the unintentional activation of the machinery or equipment.

Each workshop will be provided with an energy isolating device(s) to be used as indicated above. It is the responsibility of the Workshop Supervisor in each skill to ensure this procedure is followed at all times.

3.3.5 Machine Safety

When machines and equipment are used, the safety regulations associated to the machine in question must be followed. Operation and safety training for sponsor supplied machines will be provided to Competitors and other accredited personnel working in the workshop prior to the event.

Competitors must guarantee by signature that they know how to operate the machines safely.


The organisers are not responsible for providing operating instructions for machines and equipment brought by Competitors;

• Training in the use of such machines and equipment must be performed before arriving at the Competition.

• Machines and equipment must not be operated prior to the provision of the appropriate training requirements.

• Competitors are required to follow the machine safety instructions as set out in their specific skill.

NOTE! The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) provides guidance regarding the precautions for the prevention of accidents in the use of work equipment. Under this regulation it is an offence to remove any machine fitted safety or protective equipment.

3.3.6 Working at Height Working at height will only take place where no other reasonable option is available. When working at height the task must be properly planned and supervised by the WSS or Expert (whichever is present), and carried out by trained persons. The use of ladders are NOT permitted inside the workshop, steps and 500mm hop ups can only be used if the WSS authorises this and that the activity will be carried out in line with the current Working at Height Regulations 2005. All other required access to height will operate under a permit to

work system. If working at height is not being carried out safely, it will be stopped until the situation has been resolved. Persistent offenders will be asked to leave the area.

3.3.7 Compressed Air Compressed air is not to be used to blow dust or other substances from clothing on yourself or other individuals. All pressurised cylinders are to be protected from falling and secured at all times.

3.3.8 Grinding Regulations have been revised in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) which provides guidance regarding the precautions for the

prevention of accidents in the use of abrasive wheels and other work equipment.

� Bench grinder:

• Hearing and eye protection must always be used during grinding work. For maximum protection, safety glasses and full face shield and gloves shall be worn.

• The maximum safe operating speed of the grinder accessory in revolutions per minute is equal to or greater than the maximum speed of the grinder shaft in revolutions per minute.

• When changing the grindstone or beginning grinding work, check that there are no cracks in the grindstone.

• The opening angle of the shield above the rest should be no more than 65°. • Test run a new grindstone following the replacement of an old one before beginning

grinding. • Keep the distance between the grindstone and the rest under 3 mm. • If you notice a recurring vibration or unusual noise in the grinder, stop the machine

and report the noise or vibration to the Workshop Supervisor or nearest Expert immediately.

� Angle Grinder: • Hearing and eye protection must always be used during grinding work. For maximum

protection, safety glasses and full face shield shall be worn. • All grinders must be equipped with a grinder guard. • The maximum safe operating speed of the grinder accessory in revolutions per

minute is equal to or greater than the maximum speed of the grinder shaft in revolutions per minute.

� Check the following before beginning grinding: • Is the grinding wheel undamaged and properly fastened? • Is the wheel shield in position and properly fastened? • Is the insulation for the connection cord in good condition? If the insulation is


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damaged the machine must not be used. • Check the condition of the start and stop button. • The machine should be started with a two-hand grip. • Check that any sparks generated will not reach clothes, other people or sensitive

materials. • Cutting wheels are not intended for grinding. • Disconnect the machine from the mains when replacing the wheel. • Test-run a new grinding wheel following the replacement of the old one before

beginning grinding work

3.3.9 Chemical (Hazardous) Substances Only substances that have been approved for use by WSL2011 and WSI will be used or allowed on site. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 requires that all chemicals must be in their original packages and must bear the required safety markings. Safe handling instructions must accompany all substances used. CoSHH assessments must be prepared for each chemical product being used in the workshop and held on file. Contractors, Employees, WSS, Experts and Competitors are to familiarise themselves with the contents of these documents and adhere to any controls or conditions of use stated. Training for the dealing with spills (spill kits) and other controls will be given on an ongoing basis.

Competitors and their teams are strongly advised against bringing any chemical substances in to the UK, any chemicals that are brought in to the UK will need to be accompanied by the required safety paperwork. After inspection at ExCeL London any chemical found not to have the correct labelling and/or the correct safety paperwork will be removed and disposed of. Any discovered chemicals that need disposing, will require a specialist HSE approved contractor, this will entail a financial cost and this cost will fall on the Competitor and/or their team. For further information please contact the Health & Safety team at WorldSkills London:

[email protected] / [email protected]

Only products sourced by WSL2011 in conjunction with the WSS and Experts are to be used at the WSL2011 Competition as only these will have the required CoSHH Assessments produced by the WorldSkills London 2011 Technical Team in conjunction with the WSS and Experts. WSL2011 will not produce any health and safety paperwork as stated by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 for any products that have not been sourced by WSL2011.

Competitors bringing additional products within their toolbox must provide the following documents no later than 1

st September 2011 to the WSS & Chief Expert:

• Product Data Sheet (in English) – produced by the manufacture

• CoSHH Assessment (in English) – This is produced from the information taken from the Data Sheet (as stated by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002 (as amended)).

WSS & Chief Experts will be required to provide the WSL2011 Technical Team with a collated list of the additional products that Competitors wish to bring and accompanied with the above paperwork, by 15

th September 2011.

3.4.0 Eye Wash Stations Eye wash equipment will be available within each workshop. Eye wash equipment will be well marked and located in the first aid area in each workshop.

3.4.1 First Aid

The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 require that medical staff and first aid teams will be available during the Competition. Competitors who require regular medical assistance (e.g. insulin or other medication) must inform the Chief Expert in that skill area prior to the Competition. All medication in the skill area must be in its original packaging and stored in a secure place.

ExCeL has a medical centre that is equipped to cope with almost any medical emergency. Each skill areas will have a health and safety stand/area with a first aid section, which will include details of the risk associated with that skill/work area, written fire & first aid


procedures, a first aid kit, eye wash, spill kit and spare basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE ) etc 3.4.2 Fire Safety

ExCeL London is equipped with a fire alarm system and automated fire protection systems, ExCeL London also will have the required fire extinguishing equipment and in-house fire officers. The workshop layouts and organisation of skills involving work producing sparks, the use of a naked flame or intense heat levels have been planned and implemented with particular care. Each workshop will be equipped with fire extinguishers and fire blankets according to the requirements of the skill. The following are the selection of fire extinguishers available:

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CO2

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WSS will advise WSL2011 via the Infrastructure List (IL), and Technical Team of the necessary requirements for specific fire extinguishers, signage etc and their locations within the skill area. Health & Safety orientation, provided prior to the competition, will cover the locations of primary extinguishing equipment, emergency exits and procedures during a fire or other emergencies.

3.4.3 Smoking Smoking is prohibited at the Competition Site (ExCeL London) and is permitted only at designated outdoor spaces as identified by ExCeL London and the local authority.

3.4.4 Workshop Health & Safety Zones Below is a Generic plan of a workshop - PPE will be required by all within the active area, any person found to be operating within the active area will fall under the 3 strike policy, and this will be enforced by WSL2011.

Active Area’s Safe Area’s Evacuation Rout Workshop Wall Outer Wall


The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 The Work at Height Regulations 2005 The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 1995 The Guide to Fire Precautions in Existing Places of Entertainment & Like Premises. Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2006. Local Authority and Venue Rules and Regulations The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 Electricity at Work Regulations (and EVA guidelines) 1989 IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671(IEC364)) 2002(17th Edition)

Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1994 Lifting Operations and Lift Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 HS(G)6 "Safety in Working with Lift Trucks" HS(G)136 "Workplace Transport Safety" Environmental Protection Act 1990 Noise at Work Regulations 2005 The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 The Building Regulations 2008 Safety Signs & Signal Regulations 1996 Disability Discrimination Act 2005 Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply)Regulations(CHIP3) 2002 Registration, Evaluation , Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals 2007 Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007 Construction (Head Protection) Regulations 1989 Confined Space Regulations 1997 Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000

3.4.5 UK Health & Safety Regulations

Below is a list of the most pertinent health & Safety Regulations for WorldSkills 2011:


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Health and Safety shall be an integral component of the Competition activities, together we can create a positive health and safety culture and ensure a successful Competition throughout, with on-going proven practices to be integrated into the WorldSkills legacy.

The Competitor’s country/region of origin is responsible for supplying the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for participation within the Competition as stated by the Technical Description. On arrival at ExCeL if the Competitor’s PPE standards do not reach the required standard of the UK then information on an approved supplier will be provided. All persons engaged in the WorldSkills London 2011 Competition will be expected to know and use the appropriate PPE, also when and where it’s required.

Familiarise yourself carefully with the safety instructions concerning general electrical equipment and compressed air safety.

4.1.0 Personal Protective Equipment

4.1.1 Electrical Safety

No live electrical work is allowed during the competition. Any wiring work must be performed on equipment containing no electrical current, ‘dead’ equipment, which must be adequately verified. Such connections must be checked by an expert with the necessary qualifications before the main power is switched on. If competitors are obliged to search for faults in circuits, extra caution should be observed, e.g. in terms of measuring ranges. Voltage feeds are fault protected. 4.1.2 Housekeeping

• When working in your own competition area, make sure that no working material interferes with the adjacent competitor’s area, and that your actions do not hinder his or her work.

• No running or speed walking to take place in the workshop

• When shared machines are used, leave ample space for the person working on the machine

• Floors and passages must be kept free of unnecessary clutter, wires and rubbish.

• Work areas must be cleaned at the end of each day.

Note! In addition to the Competitors, all personnel in the skill area must wear personal protective equipment required for the skill-specific work phases in order to stay in the skill area, monitor the work or evaluate it.

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